City of Richmond - Redevelopment of 4929 Chamberlayne Ave RFEI - 2026
City of RichmondCity · Richmond, VA- Due
- Dec 18, 2026
- 36 days left
- Posted
- Nov 5, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cindy Kong
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Summary
The City of Richmond, Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) issues a Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) for the disposition and redevelopment of 4929 Chamberlayne Avenue, a 0.97-acre, City-owned, vacant former school site.
The RFEI seeks development concepts, market interest, and feedback on potential mixed-use development, including multifamily residential (for-rent/for-sale), ground-floor commercial, and community space, with at least 20% of units affordable at 80% AMI. Key site details include B-2 zoning, suspected underground storage tank environmental conditions, and proximity to Pine Camp Park. Submission deadline is December 18, 2026, at 3:00 PM ET. Questions are due by November 20, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Cover Letter
- Description of the Respondent
- Development Approach
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Richmond, VA
- Projected sq ft
- 42,253 sq ft
Questions about this RFEI
How do I respond to this RFEI from City of Richmond?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 18, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Cindy Kong.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFEI?
Most government agencies, including City of Richmond in VA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFEI submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Cindy Kong. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Richmond?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Richmond are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Richmond regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 18, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFEI?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Cover Letter, Description of the Respondent, Development Approach. Review the full document from City of Richmond for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Richmond, VA. The total projected area is 42253 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.